Tip #1
Perhaps the most valuable tip a newcomer could receive is to roll your balls short of the pallino. While the objective is to keep your balls as close to the pallino as possible, balls that are short can be used to block your opponent's path or even be tapped up closer by you or your opponent.
While it is possible to tap the pallino to a deeper position, closer to overthrown balls, it is a low probably shot. Balls rolled past the pallino usually provide no value and may expose you to giving up many points in the inning.
Tip #2
When using the measuring device, carefully place it over the pallino and press the feet firmly into the court surface. The feet will leave marks in the court which can be used to accurately reposition the pallino if it is accidentally moved when lifting the measuring device.
Make sure the measuring device is not tilted to ensure the most accurate measurement.
Tip #3
Choose a strategy to play to your strength or your opponent's weakness. That of course requires your opponent to have a particular strength or weakness, and you actually know what it is.
Pay attention to how your opponent plays, whether that's short, long, in the corners or against the side boards, then choose your strategy when it's your turn to throw the pallino.
Tip #4
Be considerate of other members playing after you and keep your match under your 1-hour reservation. The most effective means of accomplishing this is promptly tell your opposing players whose ball is closest to the pallino, after each shot if necessary. You'll soon be amazed to learn that the closest ball appears very much different to the players throwing the balls vs you, who can observe from a much closer distance.